Paid Commercial Extras Casting Call

Uniformed Firefighters, Police Officers, FBI Agents, and Officials – Background Actors

Job Description
A scripted television series is casting background actors to portray uniformed firefighters, police officers, FBI agents, and other uniformed officials for a large-scale gathering scene. These roles are essential in creating realistic emergency and law-enforcement visuals and require a clean, professional, regulation-ready appearance. This opportunity is open to Chicago-area locals who can commit to both wardrobe fitting and filming.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a uniformed firefighter, police officer, FBI agent, or official in a crowd scene

• Follow on-set direction, blocking, and continuity requirements

• Maintain a professional, authoritative, and camera-ready presence

• Participate in wardrobe fitting prior to filming

Requirements

• Men and women, ages 18 and up

• Must be local to Chicago, surrounding suburbs, or bordering states to Illinois

• Men must be clean-shaven with short hair

• Women must have natural nails and no false eyelashes

• Must be available for both wardrobe fitting and filming

• Comfortable wearing uniforms and following standard appearance regulations

Compensation

• Paid background acting role

• Rate provided upon selection

Babies (6–30 Months) and Real Parents for National Product Commercial

Job Description
A national consumer brand is casting babies and their real moms and dads for an upcoming product commercial. This shoot focuses on natural, authentic family moments and is seeking babies who can comfortably interact with age-appropriate products on camera. Parents will appear alongside their child to help create a warm, real-life family setting.

Job Responsibilities

• Babies will interact naturally with age-appropriate products on camera

• Parents will appear on screen supporting and engaging with their child

• Follow simple direction from the production team

• Participate in fittings and filming as scheduled

Requirements

• Babies ages 6 to 30 months

• Babies must be able to sip from products appropriate to their age group

• Real moms and dads willing to appear on camera with their child

• All ethnicities encouraged to apply

• Must be able to work as a local hire in or within driving distance of Atlanta, GA

• No travel provided

Compensation

• Paid national commercial role

• Compensation details provided upon selection

Italian Villa Staff – Featured Background Actors

Job Description
A television series is seeking featured background actors to portray Italian villa staff in elegant, high-end residential scenes. These roles help establish the atmosphere of a luxurious Italian estate and require a refined, professional on-camera presence.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray staff members at an upscale Italian villa

• Perform natural service-related actions on camera

• Follow direction to maintain continuity and realism

• Support featured scenes with subtle, polished performances

Requirements

• Male and female performers, ages 25–65

• Darker features or Italian-looking appearance preferred

• Conservative, professional, upscale look

• Interesting, character-driven faces encouraged

• No visible tattoos unless fully covered or released

• Must be a new face to the series

• Must be able to work as a local hire

Compensation

• Fitting: $42 for up to 2 hours

• Filming: $168 for up to 12 hours (guaranteed), overtime after

Italian Bodyguards – Featured Background Actors

Job Description
A scripted television series is casting featured background actors to portray Italian bodyguards in upscale, high-profile scenes. These roles require a strong, intimidating presence balanced with a polished, professional look suitable for elite security protecting a wealthy individual.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray professional bodyguards in luxury settings

• Maintain a serious, alert, and authoritative presence on camera

• Follow detailed blocking and direction from the production team

• Support featured scenes with realism and continuity

Requirements

• Male performers, ages 25–50

• White talent with dark hair and/or dark features

• Height range approximately 5’10”–6’3”

• Fit and in good physical shape

• Conservative, upscale, professional appearance

• No visible tattoos unless fully covered or released

• Must be a new face to the series

• Must be able to work as a local hire

Compensation

• Fitting: $42 for up to 2 hours

• Filming: $168 for up to 12 hours (guaranteed), overtime after

Caucasian Male Jail Inmates – Background Actors

Job Description
A television production is casting Caucasian male background actors to portray jail inmates in law enforcement scenes. This role is suited for new faces who have not previously portrayed sheriffs or only worked deep background on large filming days. Casting approval is required for all selected talent.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a jail inmate in scripted correctional facility scenes

• Follow direction from the assistant directors and production team

• Maintain continuity and realism in custody-related environments

• Appear professional and cooperative on set

Requirements

• Caucasian male performers

• Adults, 18 and older

• New faces preferred

• Must not have previously portrayed a sheriff role

• Comfortable portraying an inmate character

• Must be able to self-report to the filming location

• Willing to provide detailed sizing information and photos if selected

Compensation

• Paid background acting role

• Rate provided upon selection

Real Police Officers – Background Actors

Job Description
A television series is casting real police officers to appear in authentic law enforcement scenes. This background opportunity is designed for active or former officers who can bring real-world experience, credibility, and professionalism to on-screen police roles.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a real police officer in scripted television scenes

• Wear official uniform and maintain accurate law enforcement presence

• Follow on-set direction while performing standard police actions

• Maintain professionalism and continuity throughout filming

Requirements

• Real police officers (active or former)

• Men and women, ages 20–60

• All ethnicities encouraged to apply

• Must be local to Chicago, surrounding suburbs, or nearby border states to Illinois

• Comfortable appearing on camera in uniform

Compensation

• $200 for up to 8 hours

• Time and a half after 8 hours

• $25 special ability bump

Veterans for Paid Commercial

Job Description
A paid commercial is casting real veterans living in or around South Florida. This project is focused on authentic storytelling and is seeking men and women who can naturally represent their real-life service experience on camera. The production is casual, interview-style, and designed to highlight genuine voices.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera as yourself in a commercial project

• Participate in a relaxed, unscripted video interview

• Answer personal questions about your background and experiences

• Follow simple direction from the production team

Requirements

• Real veterans

• Men and women, ages 25–70

• Based in or around South Florida

• Comfortable speaking on camera in a casual interview setting

• Must be fully available during the scheduled shoot window

Compensation

• Paid commercial role

• Professional production experience

Military Personnel – Background Actors

Job Description
A production is casting individuals with real military experience to portray military personnel in an upcoming project. This opportunity is open to veterans and those with prior service who can bring authenticity, professionalism, and realism to on-screen military scenes. No acting experience is required.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray military personnel in scripted scenes

• Follow direction from the production team

• Maintain realistic posture, movement, and presence on camera

• Participate professionally during filming

Requirements

• Prior military experience required

• All genders and ethnicities welcome

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States

• No acting experience necessary

• Able to provide recent, clear photos upon submission

Compensation

• Paid background acting role

• Professional on-set experience

Asian Teen Soccer Player for National Commercial

Job Description
A nationwide commercial campaign for a dairy product is casting a real Asian teen soccer player for a featured role. This project highlights an authentic young athlete and follows them playing soccer through the streets of Miami alongside professional players. Travel to Miami is provided, making this a standout opportunity for young sports talent with strong on-camera presence.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a real teen soccer player in a commercial setting

• Play soccer on camera in street and outdoor environments

• Interact naturally with professional soccer players

• Follow creative direction while maintaining athletic performance

Requirements

• Male performers of Asian descent

• Must be a real soccer player

• Ages 10–14 on camera (teens preferred; younger talent who can play older considered)

• Ability to perform soccer skills confidently on camera

• Trilingual preferred: Mandarin, Spanish, and English

• Comfortable traveling to Miami for filming

Compensation

• $750 for up to 12 hours

• $100 fitting pay

• Guaranteed buyout of $1,500

• Travel to Miami provided

Background Actors With Cars for Feature Film Photography

Job Description
A feature film is seeking men and women with personal vehicles for additional photography shoots. This background opportunity is ideal for performers who can appear naturally on camera with their cars in early morning filming scenarios. The production is looking for a variety of vehicle types to add realism to exterior scenes.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera as a background actor with your personal vehicle

• Drive, park, or stage your vehicle as directed for filming

• Follow early morning call times and on-set instructions

• Maintain a professional and camera-ready appearance

Requirements

• Men and women, ages 18 and up

• All ethnicities encouraged to apply

• Must own a vehicle

• Vehicles must NOT be red, black, or white

• Comfortable with early morning call times

• Must be able to work as a local hire

Compensation

• $182 for up to 12 hours

• $35 vehicle bump

• $20 car wash bump

College Students, Parents, and Grandparents – Background Actors

Job Description
A scripted television series is casting background actors to portray college students, parents, and grandparents in campus and family-related scenes. This opportunity is open to Westchester County locals who can bring authenticity and realism to everyday moments featured in the series.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray college students, parents, or grandparents in background scenes

• Follow on-set direction and maintain continuity

• Appear natural and engaged in campus or family environments

• Work collaboratively with cast and crew during filming

Requirements

• Westchester County locals only

• Ages 18 and older

• All genders and ethnicities welcome

• Comfortable portraying everyday student or family roles

• Must be fully available for filming as scheduled

• Must be able to provide valid identification for payment purposes

Compensation

• $187 for up to 10 hours

• Non-union background role

Real Female Veterans for PSA

Job Description
A public service announcement is casting real female veterans for an upcoming PSA. This project is seeking authentic, confident women who can represent real-life experience and bring honesty and credibility to an on-camera message. This is a paid opportunity filming locally.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera as yourself in a PSA production

• Share natural presence and authentic expressions on screen

• Follow simple direction from the production team

• Participate professionally during filming

Requirements

• Real female veterans

• Caucasian women, ages 35–55

• Comfortable appearing on camera in a PSA setting

• Must be able to work as a local hire

• Based in or able to work locally within Broward County

Compensation

• $1,200 flat rate

• Minus agency fee

• Paid PSA role